Typhoon Sudal’s eye crosses southern Yap (9 Apr): 700 of about 1,700 houses destroyed, about $14M damage. US major disaster declared 10 Apr.

What happened

Sudal began on 8 April, and President Bush declared a major disaster for the FSM two days later. US funds were offered on a cost-sharing basis to Yap State and its municipalities for debris removal and emergency protection.